
Mexico Pushes Back Against Texas Immigration Law, Refuses Acceptance of Repatriated Citizens
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Mexico has openly opposed Texas' immigration law, which allows for the arrest of individuals suspected of illegally crossing the southern border. The Mexican government stated that it will not accept the return of its citizens from the Lone Star state, following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling.
Criminalization and Rejection of Measures
The Foreign Ministry of Mexico expressed that the SB 4 law criminalizes migrants, promotes the separation of families, and supports racial discrimination and profiling. Mexico firmly rejects any actions that enable Texas to exercise immigration control, arrest, and return nationals or foreigners to Mexican territory.
Mexico's Stance
Mexico recognizes the significance of a unified migration policy and bilateral efforts with the United States to ensure safe, orderly, and rights-respecting migration. The country emphasized that it will not accept repatriations by the State of Texas under any circumstances. Additionally, Mexico plans to file a friend-of-the-court brief with the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans to provide insights into the impact of SB 4 on Mexican and Mexican-American communities.
Supreme Court's Ruling and Reactions
The U.S. Supreme Court has granted permission for Texas to enforce the controversial immigration law, despite it being pending at a federal appeals court. The decision was met with mixed reactions, with Republicans expressing support and Democrats exhibiting significant opposition.
Opponents' Criticism
Opponents of SB 4 have heavily criticized the law, which empowers Texas authorities to apprehend illegal immigrants, potentially leading to deportation or incarceration. Democrats, in particular, have voiced concerns about the extensive damage the law may cause to Latino communities and the confusion it could create for law enforcement and judges in Texas.
White House and Democratic Party's Views
The White House Press Secretary termed the law unconstitutional and accused Republican officials of politicizing the border. Meanwhile, the Texas Democratic Party characterized the law as inhumane and part of a strategy to convert the southern border into a political battlefield.
Consequences on Immigrants
The Texas Democratic Party highlighted that the law would result in thousands of illegal immigrants entering the state criminal justice system and the deportation of individuals whose sole objective is to seek a better life for their families and pursue the American Dream.
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